Description
Let’s look at a real-world scenario and how the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) plays into it. In the scenario, the United States will be hit by a large-scale, coordinated cyber attack organized by China. These attacks debilitate the functioning of government agencies, parts of the critical infrastructure, and commercial ventures. The IT infrastructure of several agencies are paralyzed, the electric grid in most of the country is shut down, telephone traffic is seriously limited and satellite communications are down (limiting the Department of Defense’s [DOD’s] ability to communicate with commands overseas). International commerce and financial institutions are also severely hit. Please explain how DHS should handle this situation.
Requirements:
1) please explain how DHS should handle the situation described in the preceding paragraph.
2) Must be original No Plagiarism Proper APA format and 2 References.
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Running head: HOW THE DHS SHOULD HANDLE A CYBER-ATTACK
How The DHS Should Handle A Cyber-Attack
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How The DHS Should Handle A Cyber-Attack
The department of homeland security is mandated with ensuring cybersecurity in the
nation. Therefore, in the event of an attack such as the one described, the DHS is responsible for
all response and restoration of cybersecurity. First of all, the DHS should mobilize a response
team to str...